Newcastle United could find itself facing former head coach Eddie Howe before the end of the year if Manchester United turns to him as its next manager.
The Athletic’s David Ornstein, Adam Crafton and Laurie Whitwell reported that Manchester United is expected to sack Michael Carrick before the international break is over, despite the club publicly saying no final decision has been made.
“Work has been undertaken on potential replacements and the anticipation is a change will be made before the trip
to Anfield to face Liverpool in 13 days’ time,” The Athletic reported.
Howe is among the names being considered, with the report stating that the former Newcastle boss and Julian Nagelsmann “have admirers at the club.” USMNT head coach Mauricio Pochettino is the leading candidate.
“United States head coach Mauricio Pochettino would be expected to figure highly among the candidates while former Newcastle United head coach Eddie Howe and Julian Nagelsmann, most recently in charge of Germany, have admirers at the club,“ the report says.
That creates the possibility of a very quick reunion between Howe and Newcastle, with the Magpies scheduled to face Manchester United on Dec. 2. If Howe lands the job before then, it would mark his first competitive meeting with Newcastle since leaving St James’ Park in July.
There could also be a financial element for Newcastle. The Guardian previously reported that Manchester United would owe the Magpies around £3 million in compensation because of the agreement struck over the remaining terms of Howe’s contract when he departed.
How would you feel about seeing Howe on the opposing touchline, let alone Man Utd’s, against Newcastle so soon after his departure? Share your thoughts in the comments.
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